About Practice

Our Classes

Please note that our classes are adult-only (16+). Spectating a class is free, so please stop by any time! Classes are taught in English, but techniques are generally referred to by their Japanese names. See our Japanese – English glossary of karate terms

What do we do during class?

Class Etiquette

Most etiquette is taught during class, so you have many opportunities to learn as you go. Learning all of the etiquette associated with Karate comes with time, but here are a few basic rules to get you started.

We line up by rank for a brief meditation (from most senior member to newest member) at the beginning and end of each class. If you aren’t sure where to line up, just ask.

In order to show respect to our opponents, we bow before and after each engagement.